Wilcox & Gibbs M700-N/K Industrial 3-Thread Roll Hem Overlocker
Brand: Wilcox & GibbsIndustrial Overlocker
Features
- 3-thread rolled hem stitch with 1 needle and 2 loopers
- Built-in knife that trims the edge as the hem is rolled
- Differential feed to stop fine fabric stretching or puckering along the hem
- Direct drive integrated servo motor
- Control panel on the head, so you can adjust speed without reaching under the table
- Sealed body designed to keep oil off light-coloured and delicate fabrics
- Stable presser foot design that helps stop fabric pushing back at speed
- Industrial table and stand on castors
Wilcox & Gibbs M700-N/K Industrial 3-Thread Roll Hem Overlocker
£817.90
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Tested before dispatchEvery product checked by our team
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Repairs & servicingDomestic and industrial machines
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Visit the shop286 Streatham High Road, London
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Delivery & returnsRead the full policy before you order
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Product Details
Why choose the Wilcox & Gibbs M700-N/K?
Most overlockers can sew a rolled hem if you change the settings. The trouble is changing them back. In a busy workroom, that means lost time every time you switch jobs, and hems that vary depending on who set the machine up.
The M700-N/K is set up for rolled hemming and stays that way. Keep it next to your main overlocker and you'll always have a machine ready for finishing.
● A clean, consistent rolled edge on sheer and lightweight fabrics
● Trims, rolls and stitches in one pass, so there's no pressing or pinning first
● Quiet servo motor that only runs when you press the pedal and uses less power than a clutch motor
● Smooth slow-speed control for curves, corners and slippery fabric
● Supplied complete with table, stand and thread stand
● Tested by our engineers before it leaves us, and backed by our London workshop afterwards
Who is it for?
This machine earns its place anywhere delicate fabrics get hemmed regularly. That includes bridal and evening wear makers working in chiffon, tulle, satin and silk, and clothing manufacturers and CMT units hemming blouses, dresses and linings in volume.
It also suits scarf and accessories producers, alterations workshops, designers moving from samples into production, makers of napkins and light table linen, and fashion departments in colleges and universities.
It isn't the right machine for joining seams or for heavy fabrics such as denim, canvas or upholstery. For everyday seaming, you'll want a 4-thread or 5-thread overlocker. Browse our industrial overlockers, or call us and we'll point you to the right one.
Information
If you've ever tried to hem chiffon on a domestic machine, you'll know how quickly it goes wrong. The fabric slips, the edge frays and a simple hem turns into an afternoon's work.
The Wilcox & Gibbs M700-N/K does that job in one pass. It trims the edge, rolls it under and wraps it in thread, leaving the fine, narrow finish you see on bridal layers, evening gowns and silk scarves. It does it at industrial speed, and it does it the same way on the hundredth hem as on the first.
It runs on a silent direct drive servo motor, so it's quiet enough for a studio and gives you fine control when you're easing round a curved hem. It arrives on its own industrial table and stand, ready to work.
Specification
- Brand
- Wilcox & Gibbs
- Product type
- Industrial Overlocker
- Category
- Industrial Machines
- Availability
- In stock
- Model
- M700-N/K
- Threads
- 3
- Needles
- 1
- Stitch type
- 3-thread rolled hem
- Motor
- Direct drive integrated servo
- Power supply
- V single phase, UK plug
- Fabric weight
- Light to light-medium
- Supplied with
- Industrial tabletop, stand and thread stand
What is in the box
● Wilcox & Gibbs M700-N/K machine head with direct drive servo motor
● Industrial tabletop
● Steel stand with castors
● Thread stand
● Foot pedal
● Drawer
● Accessory kit:
● Instruction manual
Looking after your machine
- Fine fabrics shed more lint than you'd expect, so it's worth brushing out the loopers, knife and feed area at the end of each day. Check the oil level each morning and top up with industrial sewing machine oil only. If stitches start to skip, change the needle first. It's usually the culprit.
- In regular use, we recommend a service once a year. Our engineers repair and service industrial overlockers in our London workshop. Find out about repairs and servicing.
Why buy from us
Talash vs The Marketplace
A sewing machine is about more than the price. Here's what comes with buying from a specialist.
| What matters | Talash | Typical marketplace listing |
|---|---|---|
| Advice before you buy | Speak to a specialist | Message the seller |
| Installation | Available on selected machines | Rarely offered |
| Tested before dispatch | Every product | Not stated |
| Repairs & servicing | In-house engineers | Find your own |
| Visit in person | Streatham, South London | Online only |
| Experience | 40+ years | Unknown |
Before you order
Delivery, Installation & Returns
What exactly is a rolled hem?
It's a very narrow edge finish. The machine trims the fabric, rolls the raw edge under and wraps it in thread, all in one go. It's the classic finish for chiffon, silk scarves, bridal layers and ruffles.
I already have an overlocker. Why buy a separate roll hem machine?
Speed and consistency. Converting a standard overlocker means changing settings, and sometimes parts, every time you switch between seaming and hemming. If you hem regularly, a dedicated machine pays for itself in saved set-up time and more consistent results.
Can I sew seams with it?
It's designed for rolled hems and edge finishing, not for joining seams. For seaming, a 4-thread or 5-thread overlocker is the better choice.
Which fabrics does it handle best?
Lightweight and delicate fabrics such as chiffon, georgette, organza, silk, satin, tulle, voile and fine linings. Run a test on a scrap first and adjust the tension and differential feed until the hem sits right.
Will it cope with denim or canvas?
No. Rolled hems aren't suited to heavy fabrics. Call us and we'll recommend a machine that is.
What does direct drive mean?
The motor is built into the machine head instead of hanging under the table on a belt. It's quieter, uses less power and starts and stops exactly when you want it to.
Will it run from a normal UK socket?
Yes, it runs from a standard 230V single-phase socket with a UK plug.
Can I see it before I buy?
Of course. Visit us at 286 Streatham High Road, London. Call 0208 769 2998 first and we'll have it ready to try.
What happens if it needs a repair?
Our engineers repair and service industrial overlockers in our London workshop, so you're not left on your own after you buy.
Which needles does it take?
Always use the correct industrial needle system, because the wrong one can cause skipped stitches and damage the loopers.
- Fast UK deliveryDispatched within 48 hours
- Pickup availableUsually ready in 2–4 days
- Tested before dispatchBy our own engineers
- 40+ yearsSpecialist supplier